A captive. A soldier. An alleged prophecy.In a corrupt kingdom where doctrine is enforced by law, The Old Book is more than just scripture-it is the way of life. While most followers cherish its poetic verses, others seek to wield its power. Words, after all, only hold the meaning we give them.Haunted by her brother's disappearance, Mavis Ashbone must navigate a world where faith is weaponized, and hope is fragile. When the Veiled Ones descend upon her village, she is dragged into a holy conspiracy steeped in centuries of blood and lies. Her resolve will be tested, and the price of failure is death.Her captor is a soldier with ghosts of his own. Sworn to an oath that binds him between duty and virtue, he must decide whether the woman who despises him is worth the danger of saving. But Mavis soon learns that survival will demand more than courage-it will demand her soul. And even then, it may not be enough.In a kingdom built on secrets, lies are easy.The truth is brutal.Perfect for readers of dark romantic fantasy and slow-burn intrigue with thriller elements. Veil of Ash weaves sacrifice, divine mythos, and prophecy into a story of faith, power, and purpose.